Festival of Trees and Lights sure to delight

Festival of Trees and Lights serves as a fundraiser for Blank Children’s Hospital. More than 500 volunteers help set up and decorate the 75 trees on display. Guests can bring a new children’s book to donate to the festival’s annual book drive.

You're invited to the party

Wednesday through Dec. 29, Temple Theater. Tickets start at $82 for a three-show comedy series package. Go to Ticketmaster or www.desmoinesperforming arts.org.

Experience Jolly Holiday Lights

5:30-10 p.m. daily through Jan. 1, Water Works Park, 2201 George Flagg Parkway. $10 per car, except for Mondays — $5. Purchase tickets at Hy-Vee, Dahl’s, Casey’s or at the event. For more informa ­tion, find Jolly Holiday Lights on Facebook.

Bundle up the family and enjoy a 3.5-mile ride through magical light dis ­plays at Jolly Holiday Lights. Get your picture taken with Santa and enjoy a cookie and cocoa at Santa’s Wish Shop. Proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Iowa.

Go for homemade at Market Day

The folks from Market Day will stage their fifth annual Black Friday sale downtown. Instead of waiting in line at the big box stores, you can wander around looking at homemade crafts and goods that are created by local vendors.